Welcome to Extratips, folks! Today we've got a tasty MLS clash: Philadelphia Union hosting New England Revolution on September 20th at 6:30 PM in the US. The Union are perched comfortably at the top of the table with 57 points, fueled by a solid home record: 10 wins and 4 draws in 15 games, scoring 34 goals and conceding only 15. Meanwhile, New England sit just behind in second with 52 points, but with a more patchy away form—9 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses—scoring 21 and surrendering 19. The recent head-to-head isn’t promising for NE: their last clash ended 0-0, and overall, Union’s home matches tend to be tight, but they’re the dominant force this season.

Odds set the home side as favourites at 1.62, with NE at a tempting 5.25. The draw scores a 3.75 shot, hinting at a close contest. Philly’s recent form is a rollercoaster (WWLDW), but they tend to perform well at home, while NE’s recent LWL struggles suggest confidence could be an issue.

Analyzing strengths, Philly’s solid defensive set-up and home advantage look key. Their attacking depth, led by recent wins like 4-0 versus Chicago, is a plus. NE’s resilience and quick counterattacks are their strength, but their away form remains inconsistent.

Key factors? Philly might be missing some firepower up top but their defensive solidity remains strong. NE could seek to disrupt with quick counters. Two storylines to watch: will Philly's home advantage override NE’s tactical counter-strategy? Can NE’s away resilience surprise the top leaders?

Possible predictions include a narrow Philly win with under 2.5 goals, a draw with both teams scoring, or a rare away victory with both teams netting. No matter what, expect a competitive, tense game with chances at both ends.

To keep it lively, I’ll use casual lingo, punchy phrases, and some London swagger — honest, sharp, and relatable. Expect me to compare teams to Arsenal’s hustle, add a cheeky remark or two, and keep you hooked.

Now, off we go — who will claim the bragging rights? Let’s dive into the predictions.